Project Grant 2442777
Award Date
7/1/25
Completion Date
6/30/30
Dollars Obligated
$730K
Federal Agency
Division of Earth Sciences
Federal Grant Program
47.050
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Norman, OK 73019, USA
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